2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · OV05 BVZ
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/03/2005. Recorded mileage 204,295 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 204,295 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1998cc
OV05 BVZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2024
- 204,295 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
OV05 BVZ Mileage History
- 04/09/2023193,299 mi
- 04/09/2023193,299 mi
- 09/08/2024202,998 mi+9,699 mi
- 04/09/2024204,293 mi+1,295 mi
- 06/09/2024204,295 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 10,908 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV05 BVZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (OV05 BVZ) between September 2023 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 06 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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